Netball Coach
Part time
Starting ASAP
Headington Rye Oxford is a vibrant and welcoming school set in 23 acres of playing fields and grounds. In an environment where individuals come first, Headington Rye Oxford is renowned for its commitment to academic excellence, pastoral support and an impressive range of extra-curricular opportunities.
Executive Summary
We require a Netball Coach to help with the delivery of our Games afternoons, lunchtime and and after-school clubs, before school sessions and fixtures. We are seeking a Netball Coach with the expertise to deliver sessions from Year 7 all the way through to our 1st VII squad.
The successful candidate will be confident in their knowledge of coaching Netball, will be appropriately qualified and capable of delivering excellent sessions to both novice students and experienced senior players. They will ideally possess the England Netball Level 2 Coaching Qualification. Ideally they will have playing experience.
We envisage our Netball Coach will help with the delivery of our Games sessions in the afternoon which run everyday 2.00 pm - 4.00 pm and then assist with our after-school clubs and fixtures, which run between 4.00 pm - 7.00 pm. The days are flexible and can be discussed at the interview stage. We are looking for someone for the Autumn and Spring terms.
We encourage all applicants to apply as there is flexibility to these requirements.
The PE Department at Headington Rye Oxford
The Physical Education Department is a large team including the Director of Sport, Director of Performance, PE teachers and visiting coaches. The Netball Coach will be a member of the sport peripatetic team.
Role Description
This part-time role is required for the Autumn and Spring Terms starting ASAP.
Key Responsibilities
- plan and deliver outstanding Netball sessions that sufficiently challenge our students
- ensure a safe and secure learning environment where students are challenged and are encouraged to develop their technique, confidence and enjoyment for Netball
- provide creative sessions that motivate pupils whilst sustaining a disciplined approach to teaching and learning
- assist the Director of Sport keeping an accurate record of registrations for Netball classes and clubs and keep staff informed of any non-attendees
- be responsible for ensuring equipment and facilities are left tidy at the end of every session
- assist on Netball fixtures in a coaching and umpiring capacity when required
Person Specification
Qualifications and Experience
Essential
- Experience coaching Netball
Desirable
- Experience playing high level Netball
- England Netball Level 2 Coaching Qualification
- First Aid training
Personal Attributes and Skills
- organised
- able to adapt teaching between advanced and novice abilities
- flexible
- hardworking
- enthusiastic
Terms of Appointment
Type of Contract
Part-time only, starting ASAP
Benefits
Pension
Contributory membership of the School’s Support Staff Pension Scheme with a School contribution of up to 9.95 per cent upon successful completion of six months’ service.
Fee remission
In accordance with the School’s policy, which may be subject to change from time to time, up to 50% fee remission for girls attending Headington School. Fee remission is calculated on the number of weeks and hours worked and is pro rata for part time staff who work at least 50% of a normal working week.
Salary
£25.50 per hour (plus holiday pay)
Additional Benefits
All staff have access to a broad programme of wellbeing activities. The programme currently includes access to the School’s gym and swimming pool, weekly Step and Tone and Zumba classes and regular staff social activities such as Book Club and Staff Choir. Staff also benefit from free access to the Employee Assistance Programme, a free, confidential helpline that offers advice on a range of issues. Free restricted parking is available for all staff on site.
Appointment Process and How To Apply
Applicants should submit an application form and a covering letter detailing their skills and experience to recruitment@headington.org
- Applications will only be accepted from candidates completing the application form in full. CVs will not be accepted in substitution for completed application forms. However, they may be sent in addition to the application form.
- We will seek references on shortlisted candidates and will approach previous employers for information to verify particular experience or qualifications, before the interview. References will ask about your suitability to work with children.
- If you are invited to interview you will receive notification outlining the interview process and guidance regarding the documentation you are required to provide.
Closing Date: Friday 8th November 2024
All appointments are subject to satisfactory completion of all employment checks, ie references, Disclosure and Barring Service, medical questionnaire, Right to Work in the UK. Headington School is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and DBS and barred lists checks. The School expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
